The month of September began with an adult mission trip to Henderson Settlement in Frakes, Kentucky with 16 going and having a great time. They shared their experiences on Sunday, September 23rd. The #102 Women’s Walk to Emmaus was held and two pilgrims, Jessie Ainesworth and Molly Johnson, attended. A Whobodies trip to Camp Cheerio, led by Robert Chou, had 36 people come back more connected and deeper in the faith. The United Methodist Women held their yearly yard sale and will net over $9000. They appreciated all the donations and volunteers. The Red Cross Blood drive netted 38 units of blood. The United Methodist Men had a great program on September 24th with 40 men present. The Pumpkin Patch continues since 1990, as the first load was delivered on Saturday, the 29th. As October is here, it is an exciting time at Mount Pisgah UMC. Our fellowship meals have started back and they are delicious, thanks to Nancy Pierron and all of her helpers. We have experienced a surge in our Wednesday Night Bible studies with over 160 people in these classes and in our children’s choirs and Kid’s Club. This month, we will hold a Holy Spirit Retreat for the 25 people taking the Alpha class. On the first Sunday of the month, October 7th at 3:00pm, a Church Council meeting will be held to hear a recommendation from the Finance Committee on the 2019 Ministry Budget, which is a 2.45% increase, along with hearing a recommendation from the Committee on Nominations and Lay Leadership. The Blessing of the Animals will be held for the third year in a row on our front lawn on October 21st. The activities will be from 1:30 - 3:30pm with the actual blessing from 2:00- 3:00pm by myself, Rev. Cody Johnsen and Rev. Donald Thomas. At 3:00pm that afternoon, we gather for a Charge Conference to hear recommendations from the Church Council on our 2019 Ministry Budget and Committee on Nominations, as is the procedure in the United Methodist Church. Our Stewardship Sunday has been set for November 18 th as we seek to secure pledges for our 2019 Ministry budget. On October 28th, 4:00-6:30pm, we will have our Trunk or Treat event, which is always fun and draws the community. Please take time to participate by decorating your trunk or by being present and helping the church with candy donations. Contact Dana Hanlon to help in any way. [email protected]The month of October, my preaching through the Bible continues. I encourage each of you to read weekly with me as we learn together the Biblical truths of God’s Holy Word. Oct 7 Ezra 1-6, Oct 14 Ezra 7-10, Oct 21 Nehemiah 1-7, October 28 Nehemiah 8-10 This month, we have numerous mission opportunities - Hurricane Florence Relief efforts, Operation Christmas Child, Eagle Scout Award, Semi Annual Food Drive, Pumpkin Patch, and the Trunk or Treat - to support. I encourage you to help as you are able. Rev. Jeff Johnsen NEWSLETTER FOR October 2018
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The month of September began with an adult mission trip to Henderson Settlement
in Frakes, Kentucky with 16 going and having a great time. They shared their experiences on
Sunday, September 23rd. The #102 Women’s Walk to Emmaus was held and two pilgrims,
Jessie Ainesworth and Molly Johnson, attended. A Whobodies trip to Camp Cheerio, led by
Robert Chou, had 36 people come back more connected and deeper in the faith. The United
Methodist Women held their yearly yard sale and will net over $9000. They appreciated all
the donations and volunteers. The Red Cross Blood drive netted 38 units of blood. The
United Methodist Men had a great program on September 24th with 40 men present. The
Pumpkin Patch continues since 1990, as the first load was delivered on Saturday, the 29th.
As October is here, it is an exciting time at Mount Pisgah UMC. Our fellowship meals
have started back and they are delicious, thanks to Nancy Pierron and all of her helpers. We
have experienced a surge in our Wednesday Night Bible studies with over 160 people in
these classes and in our children’s choirs and Kid’s Club.
This month, we will hold a Holy Spirit Retreat for the 25 people taking the Alpha
class. On the first Sunday of the month, October 7th at 3:00pm, a Church Council meeting
will be held to hear a recommendation from the Finance Committee on the 2019 Ministry
Budget, which is a 2.45% increase, along with hearing a recommendation from the
Committee on Nominations and Lay Leadership.
The Blessing of the Animals will be held for the third year in a row on our front lawn
on October 21st. The activities will be from 1:30 - 3:30pm with the actual blessing from 2:00-
3:00pm by myself, Rev. Cody Johnsen and Rev. Donald Thomas. At 3:00pm that afternoon,
we gather for a Charge Conference to hear recommendations from the Church Council on
our 2019 Ministry Budget and Committee on Nominations, as is the procedure in the United
Methodist Church. Our Stewardship Sunday has been set for November 18th as we seek to
secure pledges for our 2019 Ministry budget.
On October 28th, 4:00-6:30pm, we will have our Trunk or Treat event, which is
always fun and draws the community. Please take time to participate by decorating your
trunk or by being present and helping the church with candy donations. Contact Dana
by Rev. Donald Thomas This year here at Mt. Pisgah, we started a new
ministry activity called Fellowship Trips. Its
purpose is to bring the people within our various
worship services, small groups and ministries
together to enhance our fellowship one with
another. We planned four fellowship trips this
year and we have planned four trips next year as
well.
This year in January, we took a trip down to the Victory Junction Gang Camp and The Richard Petty
Museum in Level Cross, NC. We learned a lot of how the camp works with children all over the country
with various illnesses. We also saw the place in Level Cross where Richard Petty lived and got his start in
racing.
In April of this year, we took a trip to the Billy Graham Library and learned a lot about his life, ministry
and legacy. This trip was enjoyed by everyone who went, and we look forward to going there again
sometime in the future.
On Thursday, September 27th we all had a great time on a sold out “Mystery Trip” for parts unknown.
To close out the year, will be going to see “A Christmas Carol in Winston Salem in December. I hope that
next year you will consider a “Fellowship Trip” so that you might get to know someone whom you have
never met within your own congregation here at Mt. Pisgah. Blessings!
By Rev. Donald Thomas
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
October 21: 1:30 – 3:30pm Blessings from 2:00-3:00pm
More details to come in your weekly E-news.
All God’s creatures great and small are invited to be blessed by one of our Pastors. We ask all pets be in a pet carrier or
on a leash for their safety and the safety of others.
Come join us and take a photo in the Pumpkin Patch with your Pet Family!
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OCTOBER, 2018 NEWSLETTER
To reserve spots for Wednesday Night Live meals, contact Nancy Pierron at [email protected] or call 336-286-3768 by the Monday before the meal. Cost is $7.50 per person, $4.00 per child, or maximum $20.00 per family. The meals for October are as follows:
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP: We are so excited we have over 160 people enrolled
in Wednesday Night Discipleship classes, Whisper: Hearing the Voice of God, 10 Dumb Things Christians Believe, Seven Realities for Experiencing God, God is for the Alcoholic, Experiencing God at Home, Alpha, Children’s Choirs and Kids Club. What a Blessing! We are beginning planning for winter classes. If you have a book or topic, or are interested in leading, please contact Dana Hanlon at [email protected].
OCTOBER 3 Layered chicken enchiladas Mexican rice Chips/salsa Caramel flan
Children’s menu:
Chicken enchiladas Cheese quesadillas Rice Apple slices, and cookies
OCTOBER 10 Pork loin Sweet potatoes and apples Salad bar---rolls Pineapple upside-down cake with whipped cream
Children’s menu:
Chicken and dumplings
OCTOBER 17 Shepherd’s pie Salad bar—roll Tapioca pudding
Children’s menu:
Hamburger sliders Peas and carrots Mashed potatoes Tapioca pudding and cookie OCTOBER 24 Soup and pie supper Vegetable beef Cuban black bean Potato Grilled cheese sandwiches Assorted pies
QUARTS OF SOUP FOR SALE. FROZEN WHOLE PIES FOR SALE
One of the most powerful ways parents can convey biblical truth
to their kids is by using Jesus’ parables. And a significant portion
of Jesus’ lessons were about money—more specifically, about
being faithful stewards of all our God-given resources.
Christian stewardship involves more than just putting money in
the offering plate or pledging donations to charities. Through his
teaching, Jesus reveals that stewards must wisely manage time
and talents, as well as financial resources. That involves using
those resources to serve God and other people.
From a young age, children observe their parents’ financial
habits and learn about the role of money. It’s important to model
Bible-based attitudes about saving, spending, and giving. When
we’re honest about everything from daily transactions to yearly
tax returns, we demonstrate how to be trustworthy. And when we
give to church, charities, and neighbors in need, we teach the joy
of from-the-heart generosity.
Financial experts recommend using an allowance system that
works for your family so children can save for the future, spend
some of their earnings, and donate a portion as well. Such habits
set the foundation for a lifetime of financial stability as well as
God-honoring stewardship.
October 7th children in Grades K-5th will join worship for communion. Children will be escorted in toward the end of communion and escorted back to class for pick-up
Bounce Houses, Hot Dog Dinner, Funnel Cakes, Decorated Cars and more!
If you are interested in staging your car for Trunk or Treat, please contact Dana Hanlon at [email protected]. Have a few friends
join you and start a theme!
We need your Candy Donations for our Annual Trunk or Treat! Please bring in
personal sized (not large sized) individually wrapped, peanut and nut free candy to our church office! We
need to Fill the Bus with candy!
United Methodist Men will meet on October 22nd at 6:30pm for supper. Their program will be Scott Thornhill, who is
from the Industries of the Blind. Last meeting, the UMM contributed $506 dollars to relief work in Hurricane Florence
and heard a stirring testimony from Sam Hicks in his relief efforts of women and children in war torn areas.
Cody Johnsen, Associate Pastor
Recently, I spent the last week of September in Orlando, Florida at the Asbury Theological Seminary, which is one of the approved United Methodist seminaries. I took two classes in New Testament and Missional Formation. The classes offered were formatted in hybrid style, which means that I only have to go for a week a semester instead of attending weekly classes in the traditional way. These classes require classwork before I arrive and after I return. Also, I am taking an online class in Pastoral Care giving me nine hours this semester. The degree that I am seeking is a Master of Divinity degree required to become a United Methodist Minister. I am appointed to Mount Pisgah as a Part Time Local Pastor.
September was packed with fun & well attended events! We started Youth Alpha, went to Camp Cheerio [see the photo to the left] & just unloaded a FULL tractor trailer load of pumpkins and fun fall decor. Come and visit us in the patch this month! If you have not had a chance to sign up to volunteer in The Patch, please visit the church’s website. We still have plenty of opportunities for you to join us and get involved. I have listed the hours of operation below for your convenience.
Blessing of the Animals will be held on Sunday, October 21st!! Mark your calendars for this fun event! Please ensure that your animal is on a leash or safely inside of its carrier upon arrival and for the duration of this event for their safety and the safety of all of God’s creators.
For other dates, please see below or contact Robert Chou [[email protected]]!
October WhoHappenings 5 & 6th- Youth Alpha Holy Spirit Lock-In
13th- Second Pumpkin Unloading 14th- Student Leadership Meeting
21st- Blessing of the Animals 28th- Trunk-or-Treat
Fellowship Area Building Fund: In Memory of Roy and Evelyn Angel: Mt. Pisgah UMC.
In Memory of Marilee Lipper: Ann Schwabeland; Bill & Vickie Apple.
In Memory of Wallace Wilson: Keith & Glenda Smith; Mt. Pisgah UMC; James & Dee Earl; Ellen Wheaton; His sister & family, Agatha, Don, Greg & Jeff Martin and families; Randy & Betty Auman; Sue, Dwayne, Keith & Tara Eaker; Ernestine Beal; Dan Wood; Tom & Agnes Shelton; Jerry & Cynthia Wall; Robert & Linda Powell; Forrest & June Jenkins; Benjamin & Libby Arnette; Don & Jayne Cameron; Tom & Carol Wood; Ned & Ann Jones; Sis Maiden; Betty Collins; Ann Schwabeland; Ken & Billie Baynes; Mrs. Earl Rutherford; Virginia Forbis; Betty Jean Page; Jean Scott; Charlie & Libby Hundley; Garry & Nadine Comer; The Warren Family (Mary Sue Warren); Lacy & Lena Baynes; Jimmy Wilson; Susan Moore; Barry & Sue Cummins; Sherry Holden Harris; Paul & Connie Roethlinger; Charlie & Millie Maultsby; Fletcher & Jerry Riffey; Bill & Vickie Apple; Margaret Lewis; Cheryl & R. K. O’Bryant; Margaret K. Norris; Stuart & Linda Tugman; Kirk & Marleta Menzel.
In Memory of Dorothy Brame: Mt. Pisgah UMC.
Chancel Choir: In Memory of Mac McCollum: Fletcher & Jerry Riffey; John & Cheryl Walter; Ellen Wheaton; Omni Financial Central Recovery; Tom & Joy Harris; Seekers Class; Randy & Betty Auman; Sis Maiden; Ned & Ann Jones; Paul & Connie Roethlinger; Nancy Jones; Betty Collins; Tom and Agnes Shelton; Margaret Lewis.
In Memory of Mac Amos: Fletcher & Jerry Riffey. In Memory of Ester Amend: Fletcher & Jerry Riffey.
In Memory of Marilee Lipper: Fletcher & Jerry Riffey.
MPUMC/ELP Scholarship Fund: In Memory of Wallace Wilson: Jerry & Jo Ann Snyder. In Memory of Mac McCollum: Jerry & Jo Ann Snyder.
Senior Outreach: In Memory of Mac Amos: Jan Skiver.
Mt Pisgah Endowment Fund – Missions: In Memory of Merilee Lipper: Tom & Joy Harris.
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OCTOBER, 2018 NEWSLETTER
October - November Mission Highlights
and Opportunities
• The sign-up sheet for car wash ($20) gift cards is posted on the UMW board. The Women’s Yard sale raised over $9000. Thanks for your support.
• The Red Cross Mobile netted 38 pints of blood. (Jane Buchanan)
• The Testimony service raised $200 to support the tragedy in Indonesia.
• The ERT has made two trips to Lumberton with 13 participants in recent months. We are ready to respond. (Don Cohan)
• October 5-6 - Food Drive, Harris Teeter at Horsepen Creek (Bill Thomson)
• October 24 - Soup and Pie Supper during Wednesday Night Live. (Nancy Pierron)
• Costa Rica - Next trip scheduled February for 16-23, 2019. Family discount of $500 for family of 3 or more family members volunteering. Chris Helt [email protected]
OCTOBER ANNIVERSARIES & BIRTHDAYS Anniversaries 1 John and Brooke Booth 2 Drew and Terry Bugden Eric and Sabrena Bancroft Leo and Pat Schaaf 3 Scott and Shelia Bancroft 5 Chris and Stacy Helt 9 Chuck and Ann Cannell Mark and Traci Ritchie 14 Marc and Michelle Bumgarner 17 Bob and Larky Johnson 18 Jon and Mary Anne Traurig 20 Grant and Cameron Page 21 Chuck and Kathy Cormack 23 Rob and Edie McHone 24 Bradley and Alison Harrison 25 Evan and Katie Knight 27 Kurt and Sina Jarrell 29 Stamps and Emilee Transou Birthdays 1 Tripp Miller Luke Andrews 2 Emma Hardin Ronda Foster Harold Powell Stacy Webb 3 Mikah Miller 4 Zella Settlemyre Lisë Webb Christie DaVanzo Amy Leebrick 5 Sue Marsh Rochelle Brown 6 Ellery McLaurin Toni Snyder 7 Betty Smith 9 Bob Muhl Amy Chandler 10 Tomas Barina 11 Katelyn Dixon 12 Maddie Meadows 13 Jim Kesler 14 Vivian Glass Pat Belton Susan Matthews
16 Chris Shirley 17 Don Long Greg Hathcock 18 Abigail Dragoo Sayge Dragoo Sydney Dragoo 19 Ruth Rumley
Pat Schaaf Mike Lawrence Chuck Cannell 20 Smitty Smith Kenny Church Max Miller Daniel Mayo 21 Marcia Nolan John Poer Debbie Nix 22 Julie Helt Gayle Manahan Todd Freeland 23 Ernestine Beal Dwayne Eaker Nancy Hall 24 Laura Kernels Terry Edwards Ethan Norman 25 Wayne Nall Kristina Clifton 26 Angela Butler 27 Greg Light 28 Beverly Yeboah 29 Charles Moon Ann Jones Jeff Thomas 30 Ellen Underwood Dede Scott 31 Keith Smith Amy Miller Connor Kropira
